10 Freight Forwarders jobs in Singapore

• Competitive salary

• 5 days work week

• Career prospects

Job Scopes:

• Coordinate end-to-end freight forwarding operations including import and export shipments via air, sea and land
• Liaise with air and sea carriers to arrange cargo movement
• Prepare and process shipping documents
• Bookings for both air and sea freight shipments
• Handle customs declarations and coordinate with customs brokers to ensure smooth clearance of goods

Job Requirements:

• Minimum secondary qualification
• 3 years of experience in Logistics, Freight or Shipping industry
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Willing to overtime when necessary
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment

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Our client is a Logistics MNC. Due to their current expansion plan, they are looking for a Freight Forwarder, Regional to join their team, in hopes of developing the current high performing team. They are located in the Central.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist customer site to support daily coordination of delivery and transportation activities.
• Plan upcoming shipments based on updated supply readiness reports.
• Coordinate with vendors to arrange pick-up of goods and identify suitable shipment options.
• Communicate with overseas counterparts to obtain rates, confirm space availability, and check progress of ongoing deliveries.
• Request transport quotes and make booking arrangements with logistics providers.
• Handle activation of deliveries and ensure all necessary documents are prepared and assigned accurately.
• Monitor the movement of goods and provide timely updates to internal and external teams.
• Participate in client meetings to share delivery progress and resolve any logistics-related issues.
• Issue quotations and invoices in a timely manner for billing purposes.
• Work with regional teams to prepare necessary documents for proposal or pricing submissions.
• Track internal costs and prepare shipment-level summaries and monthly reports.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Min NITEC/ Diploma/Degree in logistics / supply chain studies or equivalent.
• Min 4 years' relevant working experience in freight forwarding.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office would be advantageous.
• Willing to travel overseas.
• Entry level are welcome to apply.

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EA License No. 19C9682

EA Reg. No. R Lai Hor Yan)

Job Scope
Coordinate end-to-end freight forwarding operations including import and export shipments via air, sea and land
Liaise with air and sea carriers to arrange cargo movement
Prepare and process shipping documents
Bookings for both air and sea freight shipments
Handle customs declarations and coordinate with customs brokers to ensure smooth clearance of goods
Job Requirements
Minimum secondary qualification
3 years of experience in Logistics, Freight or Shipping industry
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Willing to overtime when necessary
Able to work in a fast-paced environment
*** Sincere & Interested applicants, kindly forward your Updated resume (word doc format) via "Quick Apply" and CC: Allan (R ) ***
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Posting on behalf of an established NVOCC freight forwarder — they are seeking a candidate to join their team to provide support or coordinate in operations or sales. Candidates with an interest in this field are welcome to apply.

Job Description:

• To ensure smooth running and operation in terms of sales and marketing and daily functions as an NVOCC by issuing proper Bills of Lading and assuming responsibilities for the shipments.
• To develop strong business building relationships with existing and new customer base.
• To be fully accountable for meeting individual key performance indicators and targets.
• Meeting sales forecast and target.
• Submit regular reports covering sales activities from sales to servicing of current clients and develop new business.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders and coordinate internally for import and export shipments.
• Compliance, reviewing, and implementation of internal controls simultaneously.
• Assist in the planning and controlling in marketing of our shipping services.
• Monitoring the day-to-day operational functions flowing smoothly.
• Assist in management and direct all operational activities in meeting both company and customer expectations.
• Inventory tracking and control.
• To be the point of contact in daily management and ensuring smooth execution of overall booking space with feeders/vessel operators.
• Monitor and ensure prompt and accurate submission of permits and prompt delivery and clearance of shipment.

• Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Studies, or a related field
• Candidates with relevant certifications (e.g. FIATA Diploma, Certified Supply Chain Professional) are encouraged to apply
• Interest in Supply Chain Management and international trade
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple shipments and documentation

Kita Solutions Pte Ltd

EA Licence No: 22C1420

Tommy Lim

Registration No: R

Overview
Join us at Blue Water Shipping, a global provider of logistics and project management for Floating Production Systems (FPS) projects, with a track record of delivering 17+ FPS projects. We manage supplier coordination, logistics expediting, documentation management, shipment handling, customs formalities, and project management to ensure seamless delivery to project sites.
Your Role
Working at client premises as an implant to support the logistics and shipping functions
Shipment forecast and planning based on materials expediting report
Coordinate with client’s suppliers on cargo collection and source for suitable sailing for the shipment
Follow up with overseas offices for freight rates, booking and shipment status
Source freight rates from carriers and handle bookings with carriers
Activation of shipments and preparation of relevant shipping documents and assigning of UDR
Preparation of import and export permits for customs declarations
Monitor shipment status on a daily basis and provide regular updates to relevant stakeholders
Attend client’s shipment status meetings and provide updates
Preparation of quotations and invoices in a timely manner to bill to client
Coordinate with local and overseas offices for tender preparations and submissions
Preparation of internal project costs and P&L per shipment and monthly report
Travel locally and overseas may be required
Your Background
At least 2 to 3 years of experience in international freight forwarding
Direct experience of working in Oil & Gas. Experiences with FPSO freight forwarding projects preferred
Ability to work in a dynamic environment and perform effectively under time pressure
Ability to deal with stress and flexibility to work after office hours
Ability to represent the company and to build strong stakeholder relationships
Good communication skills in English and Mandarin
Great team player
Good IT skills in Office365
Physically capable of national / international travel
Proficiency in Mandarin to effectively communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients
Benefits
Start from 20 days of Annual Leave
Medical Insurance coverage
Corporate Classpass Plan
Flexi Benefit for Health & Well-Being
Flexi Benefit for Learning & Development
About Blue Water Shipping
We are a global provider of all logistics services in modern supply chain management. At the heart of Blue Water is an organisation of professionals skilled to offer complete and tailor-made solutions to any shipping and transport requirement anywhere in the world.
Since the company was founded in 1972, our ambition has been to provide clients with the best service and highest quality in the industry. We believe in strong and long-lasting relations. Today, we are represented with more than 2700 employees in 80 offices worldwide.
We love to play as a team - and we play to win. Therefore, our employees are the key to our success. With frequent team bonding and welfare events, we embrace the culture of togetherness. As part of the employee's well-being we offer flexible health benefits, sports membership discounts and working part-time.
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Basic Job Information
Reporting to: Headquaters
Team Members: 2-3 people at headquarters + 10-12 people in overseas branches (Southeast Asia: Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Cambodia, Vietnam; Europe: Germany, France, Netherlands; USA)
Work Location: Based in Singapore , occasional short-term business trips
Recruitment Reason: New Position
Core Requirements:
Must have financial experience in the global freight forwarding industry, with experience in Southeast Asia, proficient in Cargowise system, and must have experience in designated cargo business in the freight forwarding industry;
Able to adapt to short-term (7 to 14 days) overseas business trips, fluent in English communication;
Main Job Responsibilities
Financial Management and Accounting:
Establish and unify financial processes and standards for project cost accounting, revenue recognition, and expense control for subsidiaries in Southeast Asia and the USA.
Supervise daily accounting operations to ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual closing.
Prepare consolidated financial statements (management reports) to clearly reflect the overall profitability, cost structure, and financial status of the overseas project.
Monitor project-related accounts receivable, accounts payable, and cash flow to improve the efficiency of fund utilization.
Tax and Compliance Management:
Deeply understand tax laws in Southeast Asian countries and the USA (especially corporate tax, value-added tax/GST, customs duties, etc.), ensure compliance in all tax filings, and conduct reasonable tax planning.
Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and local government agencies, and cooperate in completing audits and inspections.
Continuously monitor changes in tax and financial regulations in various countries, assess their impact on business, and promptly propose response strategies.
Financial Analysis and Decision Support:
Deeply analyze project financial data to identify cost optimization opportunities, reasons for profit margin fluctuations, and potential business risks.
Provide financial models and analysis reports for decision-making in pricing strategies, contract reviews, and new market expansion for business departments.
Regularly report project financial performance to management and provide insightful business recommendations.
Fund and Foreign Exchange Risk Management:
Manage inter-subsidiary fund allocation and settlement, optimize cross-border fund flows.
Monitor fluctuations in the exchange rates of the US dollar and currencies of Southeast Asian countries, assess foreign exchange risks, and propose hedging strategies.
Team Collaboration and System Optimization:
As the core financial contact person, closely collaborate with business teams, operation teams, and local finance personnel in Southeast Asia and the USA to solve financial issues in business.
Promote the digitalization of finance, optimize or introduce ERP, financial software, and other tools to enhance the automation level and data accuracy of cross-regional financial work.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or above in finance, accounting, or related fields, with CPA, ACCA, or equivalent international accounting qualifications preferred.
At least 8 years of financial work experience, including 3 years of experience as a regional finance manager or equivalent position in multinational companies.
Have background in international freight forwarding industry, familiar with business processes and financial characteristics of the industry. Experience in DGF, CEVA, KN, DSV, APEX, Transcom, DB Schenker, Kuehne + Nagel, DHL, etc. is preferred.
Have practical financial experience in multiple countries in Southeast Asia and the USA, familiar with local accounting standards and tax regulations.
Excellent English language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, able to communicate, report, and present fluently in English as a working language.
Proficient in the full process business handling and financial module of Cargowise.
Excellent communication, coordination and project management skills, able to adapt to multicultural environments and work efficiently with teams in different time zones.
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Human Resources Director (HRD) – Global Freight Forwarder
I. Core Role Overview
As a strategic partner to the global leadership team, the Human Resources Director (HRD) will oversee the end-to-end human resources management system across the company’s global network (including regional hubs, and overseas subsidiaries). This role is responsible for aligning HR strategies with business development goals, driving organizational effectiveness, fostering a global yet localized HR culture, attracting and retaining top-tier talent in the international freight forwarding industry, and ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations in multiple jurisdictions. The HRD will lead the global HR team to build a high-performance, inclusive, and adaptive workforce that supports the company’s expansion and competitive advantage in the global logistics market.
II. Key Job Responsibilities
Strategic HR Planning & Execution
Develop and implement global HR strategies, policies, and action plans aligned with the company’s overall business strategy (e.g., market expansion, M&A integration, operational efficiency improvement), with a focus on talent supply, organizational structure optimization, and performance improvement.
Lead global workforce planning, analyze talent gaps across regions/business lines (e.g., freight forwarding operations, sales, customs brokerage, logistics solutions), and design scalable talent acquisition, development, and retention frameworks.
Partner with senior leadership to drive organizational development initiatives, including organizational design, change management, and cross-functional collaboration mechanisms, to adapt to the dynamic global logistics landscape.
Global Talent Acquisition & Management
Oversee the global recruitment function, establish standardized yet regionally tailored recruitment processes and employer branding strategies to attract high-caliber talent (e.g., logistics specialists, regional managers, cross-border operation experts) across key markets.
Build a global talent pipeline and succession planning system, identify and develop high-potential employees (HiPos) for key roles, and ensure leadership continuity across regional and global teams.
Performance & Compensation Management
Design and implement a global performance management system that aligns individual, team, and organizational goals, with a focus on driving accountability, continuous feedback, and performance improvement in a results-oriented logistics industry.
Develop competitive and equitable global compensation and benefits (C&B) strategies, including salary structures, incentive plans (e.g., sales commissions, operational bonuses), and welfare programs, while ensuring compliance with local labor laws and market practices.
Conduct regular global compensation benchmarking against industry peers (top global freight forwarders, logistics providers) to maintain competitiveness and retain core talent.
Learning & Development (L&D)
Build a global L&D system tailored to the freight forwarding industry, including onboarding programs for new hires (especially cross-border teams), professional skill training (e.g., logistics operation standards, customs regulations, customer service), leadership development programs for managers, and compliance training (e.g., anti-bribery, data privacy).
Promote a culture of continuous learning, leverage digital learning tools to deliver scalable training across global teams, and measure the effectiveness of L&D initiatives in driving performance and talent retention.
Employee Relations & Compliance
Oversee global employee relations management, foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture that values diversity (across regions, cultures, and backgrounds), and handle complex employee relations issues (e.g., disputes, disciplinary actions, terminations) in compliance with local laws.
Ensure full compliance with labor laws, regulations, and industry standards in all operating jurisdictions (e.g., employment contracts, working hours, overtime pay, labor unions, data protection laws such as GDPR), and update HR policies promptly in response to regulatory changes.
Lead global HR compliance audits, identify potential risks, and implement corrective actions to mitigate legal and operational risks.
HR Team Leadership & Global Collaboration
Lead, manage, and develop the global HR team (including regional HR managers, HR business partners, and specialist roles), set clear performance goals, provide coaching and mentorship, and foster a collaborative, customer-centric HR culture.
Drive cross-regional HR collaboration, establish standardized global HR processes (e.g., HRIS management, reporting) while allowing for regional flexibility, and ensure consistent delivery of HR services across the global network.
Serve as a trusted advisor to regional management teams, providing strategic HR guidance on local talent issues, cultural integration, and business-specific challenges.
HR Operations & Digital Transformation
Oversee global HR operations, including HR information system (HRIS) management, employee data governance, payroll coordination (with finance and local partners), and HR reporting (e.g., headcount, turnover, recruitment metrics) to support data-driven decision-making.
Drive HR digital transformation initiatives, optimize HR processes through automation and technology, and enhance the employee experience (e.g., self-service portals for leave management, performance reviews).
Cross-Cultural Integration
Promote global cultural integration while respecting regional differences, design initiatives to strengthen cross-border team collaboration (e.g., global team-building activities, knowledge-sharing platforms), and align employees with the company’s core values across diverse markets.
III. Job Qualifications & Requirements
Education & Professional Background
Bachelor’s degree or above in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or a related field; a master’s degree or professional certifications (e.g., SPHR, GPHR, CIPD) are highly preferred.
Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior HR leadership role (e.g., HRD, Global HR Manager) within a
global freight forwarding and international logistic company
(experience in the freight forwarding industry is a critical requirement).
Proven track record of managing HR functionsacross
multiple countries/regions (e.g., APAC, Europe, Americas) , with deep understanding of cross-cultural HR management challenges.
Core Competencies
Strategic Thinking : Ability to translate business goals into actionable HR strategies, anticipate talent and organizational needs, and drive initiatives that deliver measurable business outcomes.
Global Talent Expertise : Deep knowledge of global recruitment, talent development, and retention practices, with experience in building talent pipelines for logistics-specific roles (e.g., freight forwarders, customs brokers, logistics coordinators).
Compliance & Legal Acumen : Comprehensive understanding of international labor laws, regulations, and compliance requirements across key global markets, with a track record of mitigating HR-related legal risks.
Leadership & Team Management : Strong leadership skills to manage a global HR team, inspire collaboration, and develop high-performing HR professionals; ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive organizational change.
Communication & Cross-Cultural Skills : Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (must be a working language); ability to communicate effectively across diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and foster cross-border collaboration.
Problem-Solving & Adaptability : Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex, fast-paced global logistics environments and adapt HR strategies to changing business needs.
Industry Knowledge : In-depth understanding of the global freight forwarding industry, including business models, operational processes, and key talent challenges.
Other Requirements
Willingness to travel globally to support regional teams, attend global meetings, and drive on-the-ground HR initiatives.
Familiarity with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors) and digital HR tools is highly desirable.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace.
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Working location at Harbourfront
Working hour: Monday – Friday (8:30am – 5:30pm)
AWS + Variable Bonus
Excellent Welfare & Benefits
Well Established German MNC Freight Forwarding Company
Job Scope
Arrange and coordinate shipments by sea, air or land
Apply the necessary customs permits
Liaise with contractors on timely collection and delivery of cargoes in Singapore
Liaise with respective overseas offices and agents
Attending to site meetings, surveys & loadouts as and when required
Acknowledge incoming invoices and raise invoices to customers for payment
Update and operate the Operations System (BLU)
Update the tracking and tracing tools when in place for respective project
Prepare quotations to clients, other office or agents
Request and negotiate ad-hoc quotations from approved carriers, supplier and sub-contractor to ensure quality service at the best possible rate
Ensure all clients requests are shared with the Operations Manager or Project Manager
Requirement
Diploma in Business Administration / Logistics management or equivalent
2 – 4 years of working experience in freight forwarding industry
Candidates are encouraged to apply this position via Apply Now button with the following information in the resume:
Work experiences and job responsibilities
Current and Expected salary
Reason for leaving
Date of availability
Education background
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EA Recruitment Pte Ltd
EA License No: 21C0492
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Perm role with comprehensive benefits (AL,Bonuses -AWS and VB, medical benefits etc)
Mon to Fri, Office hours
Job Responsibilities
Coordinate shipments for assigned key accounts, ensuring smooth and timely logistics operations.
Verify freight rates, transportation charges, manpower costs, and all related expenses to prepare accurate customer quotation requests.
Prepare quotations for air freight, sea freight, and road transportation services.
Follow up on shipment movements with overseas agents and provide customers with timely updates.
Maintain and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), contact matrices, and transport mapping records.
Collaborate closely with customers to address recurring service issues and recommend process improvements or effective solutions.
Demonstrate flexibility and strong problem-solving skills to manage risks and implement alternative solutions that minimize service disruptions.
Provide support in preparing quotations and managing tenders.
Follow up with customers after sales calls to ensure satisfaction and resolve any feedback or complaints.
Job Requirements
Min Diploma holder, with at least 2-3 years of experience in the relevant industry
Sales Oriented; Good team player with the ability to work independently
Knowledge in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel and powerpoint)
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